One with Courage Gala to Raise Funds for Children Victimized by Abuse

March 7, 2018

The Child Center, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides services to children victimized by abuse and neglect in Northeast Missouri will host its annual gala, Saturday, April 28, 2018, to raise much-needed funds to continue fighting child abuse.

The annual black-tie Gala themed “Game on! It’s time to end child abuse”, will be held at The Christy Banquet Center in O’Fallon and will include drinks and appetizers, a three-course dinner, an impressive live & silent auction, and top-notch entertainment.

“We are not just a charity, we are an essential service to our community and are committed to providing our services to our community’s most vulnerable children”, Sissy Swift, Executive Director, “The One with Courage Gala is a fun and exciting event bringing our community together to raise vital funds for the Center.”

The Child Center, Inc. will also recognize their award winners for 2018 during the Gala. Honorary Chairpersons, Britt & Sheila Stender; Volunteer of the Year, Amy Hawkins; Supporter of the Year, Dan & Lisa Mudd; and Funder of the Year, Children’s Trust Fund.

“We are so grateful to have such compassionate and dedicated champions for our agency,” Sissy Swift, Executive Director, “Awardees are chosen based on their commitment to our mission and the contribution of time, talent, and treasure. Each awardee has gone above and beyond to help end child abuse.”

Sponsorships are available starting at $300 and individual tickets are $100. To become a sponsor, donate an auction item, or to learn more about attending the event, please visit www.thechildcenter.com/gala or contact Lisa Zweifel at 636-332-0899 or lzweifel@cacnemo.org.

Proceeds benefit the mission of The Child Center, Inc. a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. The Child Center, Inc. is committed to responding to child abuse through a supportive team approach to reduce the trauma to children & their families. Healing ~ Helping ~ Hope